Frequently asked questions

HOW DOES THE PRICING WORK?Web prices refer to trips for 1-4 people per day. For larger groups contact us.

When we organize your personalized birding trip, you will receive a detailed price including accomodation and meals (if needed). There is a wide range of available lodgings, and room prices can fluctuate depending on the season. That’s why we don’t include them directly on our web prices. Once you let us know about your preferences and route choice, you will receive a global price.

WHAT’S INCLUDED IN THE WEB PRICE?· Professional birding guide
· Transport in a modern and comfortable SUV
· Fuel and Toll expenses
· General trip organization
· Pick-up and drop-off at your point of choice

WHAT ABOUT LUNCH?
We will stop at a local picnic area or similar place. Bringing a packed picnic lunch is recommended, but we can also stop on the go to get some sandwiches, or even enjoy some of the excellent local food at a nearby restaurant. Water and snacks are always available in the car.

WHAT ABOUT ACCOMODATION?
When you book your tailor-made tour, you will receive all the information regarding the guest house or hotel where you will be staying, including dinner, schedule, conditions, and any other information that you might need.

WHAT HAPPENS IN CASE OF ADVERSE WEATHER?
In Catalonia, weather is rarely bad enough to make birding impossible, but it can happen sometimes. We are always keeping track of the forecast, so perhaps we will be able to predict the impossibility of making the trip and propose an alternative date. Otherwise, the trip could be cancelled.

WHAT ABOUT TEMPERATURES?
Catalonia has a mediterranean climate for the most part, but it is also a very mountainous country. Higher parts of the Pyrenees have an alpine or subalpine climate, with cool summers and cold winters. This region also receives frequent summer storms. The inland plains have a dry continental climate and you should expect hot temperatures in summer, especially in the central hours of the day. On the other hand, this same area can be quite cold in winter. The milder temperatures correspond always to the coastal areas, where it is rare to go below freezing temperatures. In general, rainfall is low compared to many parts of Northern Europe. Before your trip, we will provide a general picture of the expected weather for the days and visited areas, as well as a recommendation about clothing, etc.

BIRDING HOURS
During late autumn, winter and early spring it is possible to go birding all day. Depending on the area, during late spring, summer and early autumn it is sometimes recommended to take a break during the hottest hours, when bird activity decreases a lot and temperatures climb up.

WHAT IS THE BEST TIME OF THE YEAR TO COME?
Birding is always interesting in Catalonia. Some birds are spring/summer visitors, while others are strict migrants or wintering species. Some are present all year, but easier to see during some periods. So don’t hesitate to ask, we will gladly answer all your questions and help you get your desired birding experience.

CAN YOU PROVIDE SPARE BINOCULARS?
Yes, no problem.

BIRD PHOTOGRAPHY
Let us know if your main interest is photography: we can arrange a visit to a specialized photo hide to get close to different species.

LANGUAGES
We speak fluently English, Spanish and Catalan.

HAVE MORE QUESTIONS?
Contact us, we are happy to help, whether you hire our services or not.